Overview

The Health Science programme from the Eastern Institute of Technology interdisciplinary and inter-professional courses are all offered in a blended manner, with online learning supported by face-to-face workshops, tutorials or block courses on-campus.

The flexible delivery of this programme allows you to study at your pace, in your place, from locations throughout New Zealand.

Courses are designed around knowledge and research relating to key threads of health disparities and the global health needs of populations. The programme provides you with the opportunity to investigate the worldwide improvement of health, reduction of health disparities and protection against global threats from an international context.

The multidisciplinary and inter-professional context of health science involves everyone sharing discussions from their own experiences, enabling all practitioners to advance their knowledge of health treatment, healthcare and prevention of disparities in a truly interdisciplinary sphere.

Career opportunities:

Multiple study pathways are available in discussion with your Programme Coordinator, however the most common pathways are:

Complete three courses at Level 8 (90 credits) and the Level 9 (90 credits) Thesis course; or
Complete four courses at Level 8 (120 credits) and 60 credits at Level 9, including a choice from a range of research courses, namely Independent Scholarly Project (30 credit), Applied Research Report (45 credit), or Applied Research Dissertation (60 credit).

Possible career outcomes include Allied Health Professional, Health Management, Health Promotion, Health Policy Analyst, Health Consultant and Research Assistant. These programmes have also been a pathway for Health Educators, Naturopathy, Dental Technicians, Health Scientists and Sport Scientists.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethical Concepts and Legal Issues for Advanced Practice
Advanced Pathophysiology for Health Professionals
Health Services Management
Human Lactation, Breastfeeding and Infant Nutrition
Health and Public Policy
Health Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-21 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-10 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-17 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-04-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-28 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00 , International

More details

International students are encouraged to apply at least 12 weeks before your intended start date.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand
Hastings, New Zealand
Napier, New Zealand

Disciplines

Medicine Health Sciences View 35 other Masters in Medicine in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A NZQF listed Bachelor’s or higher level degree (or equivalent) in a health-related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average as per the EIT | Te Pūkenga-specified 11-point achievement-based grading system; or
A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a different field if the applicant can supply evidence of work experience at degree level or above within a health related field, subject to an interview and/or the submission of a portfolio of evidence to establish the status and relevance of the applicant’s prior learning and experience; or
Completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science with a minimum B average; or
At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.

International Entry Requirements:

The requirement for entry is an undergraduate degree in a health science/ health discipline with a B average or better.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

44400 NZD / year

≈ 44400 NZD / year

Additional Details

National - $2,067 per 30 credits

International:

Auckland - $45,750
Online - $40,300

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Health Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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